2nd John

Author: the Apostle John Date: 90-95 AD Read 2 John 1:1-3 –          What does the term “elder” mean in this context?   “Elect Lady” John uses the term “elect lady” to refer to a local congregation.  We see this further affirmed by a greeting from a sister community in verse 13.  What we should take […]

1st John, Lesson 3: God vs. Antichrists

Christ vs. Antichrists Read 1 John 2:18-23 Scripture predicts the coming of the Antichrist.  The Apostle Paul warns about the “man of lawlessness” (2 Thessalonians 2:3–4).  Yet, John refers to the coming of many antichrists—not just one.  “Antichrist” means “one who takes the place of Christ.”  So, anyone or anything that tries to topple Christ […]